DAVID GALLAGHER – Obituary
David Gallagher of Clayton, NJ passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 30, 2021, at age 74. Husband to Patricia Gallagher (nee Cullen), they have been soulmates and best friends for 47 years. Father to David Gallagher of Ridley Park, PA. Grandfather to the late Charlotte Gallagher and Great Grandfather to Kaylynn Kudel, Keirstynn Kudel, and Johannah Lincul. Brother to Henry Gallagher (Carol) of Woodlyn, PA and Miriam Mullen (Bill) of Dover, DE. Brother-in-law to Michael Cullen of Sharon Hill, Pa. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Son of the late Henry & Hazel (nee Scott) Gallagher.
Born and raised in Chester, PA, Dave has been a resident of Clayton, NJ for the past 45 years. He attended Jefferis Elementary School, Smedley Junior High School, and graduated in 1964 from Saint James Catholic High School in Chester, PA. Dave worked as a mechanic at the Scott Paper Co. / Kimberly Clark Co. Chester, PA for 38 years until his retirement in 2004.
A lifelong racing enthusiast, Dave not only followed NASCAR but for many years owned, built, drove, and pit-crewed dirt track stock cars. His love of line dancing and the many friends he made, took him to dance events in several states and even to Canada and Venezuela. Dave was also an avid boater and water skier, but it was his love of snow skiing that for many years regularly took Dave and his wife Pat to mountains throughout New England and out west to the Rockies. Dave loved to be outside and liked to work in his vegetable garden. He would often share his bounty with friends and neighbors. He enjoyed reading a good book when he had the time. Dave also enjoyed “game nights” with family and friends and was very competitive. Dave was an all-around good guy and helped others whenever he could.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the BARCLAY FUNERAL HOME, 208 Maple Street, Clayton, NJ. In keeping with Dave’s wishes, the family is encouraging visitors to dress casually. Sign the guestbook at BarclayFuneralHome.net.